Chief Financial Officer (CFO) – Automobile Dealership, Bangalore

About the role

The Chief Financial Officer will lead the entire finance function of a Tata Motors authorised dealership in Bangalore. Reporting to the Dealer Principal/CEO, the CFO will drive profitability, ensure financial discipline, and provide strategic decision support across all business units.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with the dealership’s growth plans.
• Own the Profit & Loss statement, monitor revenue streams (vehicle sales, service, spares, insurance, finance commissions) and suggest margin improvements.
• Manage working‑capital intensive operations, including inventory funding, receivables (especially fleet sales) and cash‑flow planning.
• Lead annual budgeting, periodic forecasting and variance analysis; deliver MIS reports with actionable insights.
• Maintain relationships with banks and NBFCs for inventory financing, working‑capital loans and customer‑finance tie‑ups; negotiate terms to optimise borrowing costs.
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements (GST, Income Tax, TDS, ROC) and implement internal controls and audit processes.
• Drive cost‑control initiatives, evaluate ROI on marketing and capex investments, and improve operational efficiency.
• Lead finance, accounts and billing teams, fostering accurate reporting and strong internal processes.

Required profile

• 10‑20 years of total experience with a mandatory background in automobile dealership operations.
• Minimum 5 years in a senior leadership finance role.
• Proven ability to raise funds through private equity, venture capital or debt.
• Local candidates only; availability to join within 30‑45 days.

Required skills

• Financial strategy formulation and execution.
• P&L management and margin analysis.
• Working‑capital and cash‑flow management.
• Budgeting, forecasting and MIS reporting.
• Banking and NBFC relationship management.
• Compliance, governance and internal control implementation.

What we offer

• Competitive annual compensation of INR 25‑30 LPA plus allowance benefits.
• Performance‑driven, people‑first culture with strong growth opportunities.
• Platform to build a long‑term, rewarding career in the automotive industry.